Resume Updated June 2011

Embed Size (px)

Citation preview

  • 8/6/2019 Resume Updated June 2011

    1/2

    Alexandra Alfred

    1584 S. Parent St. Westland, MI 48186 (734) 320-8839 [email protected]://creativeteacher.weebly.com

    Certification and Training

    Michigan Provisional Elementary Certificate (K-8) Highly Qualified in Language Arts, Social Studies, and English as a Second Language Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified (Adult, Child, and Infant)

    Experience teaching with Everyday Math, Writing Workshop (Lucy Calkins and Katy Wood Ray),Guided Reading and Reading Workshop (Fountas and Pinnell), Words Their Way, SEPUP IssueOriented Science curriculum, and Project Based Inquiry Science curriculum

    Education

    2010-2011 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MichiganM.A. in Educational Studies G.P.A. 3.9/4.0 Intensive Masters and Certification program that blended coursework and

    fieldwork to emphasize high-leverage teaching practices

    2006-2009 Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MichiganBachelor of Science, Cum Laude Major: Psychology Minor: Womens and Gender Studies

    Combined Cumulative G.P.A. 3.7/4.0 Deans List Eastern Michigan University & DePaul University

    2005-2006 DePaul University Chicago, Illinois

    Teaching Experiences

    April 2011 June 2011 Sarah Banks Middle School, Walled Lake Consolidated Schools, Wixom, MIESL Practicum Intern, 6th-8th grade Engaged students students by using supportive English language learningcurriculum to promote their acquisition of formal and informal English

    Tutored beginning English language learners one-to-one Communicated with general education teachers about students progress on

    assessments and projects, and supported students understanding ofsubject- specific content within their Language Arts and Social Studiesclassrooms

    September 2010 April 2011 Miller Elementary, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, Canton, MIStudent Teaching Intern, 5th grade Created a safe, collaborative, and positive learning community of 30 diversestudents through consistent classroom management and community buildingactivities

    Used formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions,and guide the planning of lessons and the content of reading, writing math, andscience units

    Planned and prepared materials for lessons in all content areas (ELA, Math,

    Science, Social Studies) Developed and taught an English Language Arts unit using the UnderstandingBy Design framework

    Communicated via newsletter to inform families about schoolevents, due dates, and the overall class progression through the curriculum

    Coordinated parent volunteers for classroom events, and field trips Incorporated technology into lessons and student projects, and maintained aclass Wiki to communicate with students and share academic information

    January 2011-February 2011 Tonda Elementary, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools, Canton, MIFocused Practicum in English Language Arts Instruction Co-planned the development and progression of a 4th grade poetry unit Mentored individual students to achieve progress on 6 traits writing criteria Inspired students to create meaningful messages to express in their writing

  • 8/6/2019 Resume Updated June 2011

    2/2

    Sept. 2010 December 2010 Mitchell Elementary, Ann Arbor Public Schools, Ann Arbor, MIFocused Practicum in Teaching Math Co-planned and taught lessons on fractions with colleagues Advanced underachieving 4th graders conceptual understanding of fractionsthrough the use of manipulatives and engaging math games

    Encouraged students to explain their mathematical thinking through richdiscussions based on problem-solving and sense-making

    June 2010 Aug. 2010 Plymouth-Canton Community Schools Summer Academy, Canton, MI

    Literacy and Math Intern Worked with kindergarten students to academically and emotionally preparebelow grade-level achieving students for first grade

    Improved students number sense through creative centers activities, andfrequent practice with counting and representing numbers

    Increased students sight word recognition, and ability to decode unfamiliarwords through guided reading activities, self-selected reading, and read aloudswith rich discussion

    Sept. 2009 December 2009 Northwood Community English Language Program, Ann Arbor, MIClassroom Partner Volunteer Assisted in facilitating individual and small group activities or projects

    May 2009 June 2010 Professional Education Services GroupSubstitute Teacher

    Taught a variety of subjects (including art and music) in K-12 GeneralEducation and Special Education classroom settings in the following SoutheastMichigan School Districts: Ann Arbor Public Schools, Saline Area Schools,Ypsilanti Public Schools, Dearborn-Heights District 7, and Wayne-WestlandCommunity Schools

    Research Experience

    January 2008 May 2008 Institute of Social Research, University of MichiganResearch Assistant S. Ziniel Recall Errors in Behavioral Frequency Sorted and coded data, interviewed study participants

    Work Experience

    May 2008 June 2010 Northwood Community Center, University of MichiganDesk Assistant Provide direct and electronic service to University affiliates Coordinate learners enrolling in Language Programs Implement delivery of service to an international and family

    community

    August 2006 May 2008 Espresso Royale CafBarista Created beverages and provided quality customer care

    Summer 2004 and 2005 East Quad & Mary Markley Residence Hall, Univ. of MichiganOrientation and Summer Desk Assistant Administered information services to parents and undergraduates

    Organizations

    April 2010 present University of Michigan Alumni Association

    May 2008 present Psi Chi National Honors Fraternity

    Volunteer Experience

    October 2008 July 2009 SafeHouse Center, Ann Arbor, MISexual Assault Response Team Volunteer On-call nights and weekends to provide crisis intervention,advocacy, and support to survivors ages 12 and up immediatelyfollowing a sexual assault